OBRIST Engineering is a leading technology company specialized in emission avoidance, reduction technologies and thermal management solutions.

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Compressor / Expander Technology

A SOLUTION FOR EVERY DEMAND

Different applications need different solutions in terms of machine concepts and machine sizes. Regardless of if you want to compress or expand working fluids, OBRIST Engineering can offer the full service of technology selection and development of compressors and expanders.

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Two interleaving spirals are used to either compress or expand a carrier medium. One of its main advantages is the superior noise level, which makes it especially suitable for hybrid and electric cars.

All products and components by OBRIST Engineering are purposely designed according to the specific requirements of the refrigerant and the application. From prototype design to build-up and to mass-production validation, our engineers and technicians offer proven expertise in the management of compressor development programs.

During the past two decades OBRIST Engineering emerged as the technology leader in mobile applications based on the natural refrigerant R744. Our customers profit from our industry-leading expertise. The core of our expertise lies in a deep understanding of the thermodynamic process design of HVAC systems and of the resulting functional requirements regarding all components involved.

Quality and Safety

OBRIST has established a quality management system for development, manufacturing, assembly and marketing of components and systems. All products are designed according to the highest safety requirements, often exceeding the most demanding standards. A TÜV SÜD audit has ascertained that the requirements according to ISO 9001:2015 are fulfilled. The certificate is valid until 2019.

The masterminds behind OBRIST Engineering

Frank Wolf, CEO, together with Frank Obrist, Founder and President, head a team of experienced engineers and experts.

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Working in the field of green environmentally friendly applications is one of the highest motivations for me; leaving our children a better world. Combined with innovative, short and quick decision making, as well as a full in-house development capability powered by an excellent team, allows us to offer our customers all around the world the highest-level of engineering services including innovative approaches and patents.